quarter horses and craft

Swords

These damascus steel swords are shown roughly in reverse order of creation/completion (most recent first).

14th Century Sword

A commission, this sword is based on a 14th century style. The pommel is damascus steel with a brass plate and the quillions are also damascus steel. Completed May 2007.

14 century sword

Two 15th C Swords

This sword is based on an example in the Wallace Collection identified as being French or Italian of around 1460. It was a joint project made with two friends, Jason and Peter. They made a second similar sword from the same billet for another friend, Bob which was completed in January 2005. Both have buffalo horn grips and brass fittings.

Bob’s sword: completed January 2005

15th century style damascus sword

Peter’s sword: completed September 2004

15th century style damascus sword

Miniature Viking Sword

A miniature Viking sword – about 300mm long. Completed April 1997.
This piece has a wrapped edge and finely filed decoration on the butt and guard. This was made as a gift for a friend in Australia.